Global Project Manager (Lab Automation)

ppFor one of our clients, a leading international healthcare and diagnostics company based in Rotkreuz, we are looking for a bGlobal Project Manager (Lab Automation) (m/f/d) /b to support strategic product development initiatives within laboratory automation and integrated diagnostic systems. /ppAre you passionate about laboratory technologies, automation systems, and delivering complex projects within scientific and technical environments? /ppDo you enjoy bringing together experts from engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, operations, and product development to successfully deliver innovative solutions? /ppOur client develops advanced diagnostic systems that rely on highly sophisticated automation technologies. The Project Management function plays a critical role in orchestrating development activities, ensuring successful execution, and bringing innovative laboratory solutions to market efficiently and effectively. /ppAs a Global Project Manager, you will lead multidisciplinary development projects focused on laboratory automation technologies. You will manage timelines, budgets, resources, communication plans, governance activities, risk assessments, and stakeholder engagement across international teams. /ppWe are seeking a highly organized and technically credible project management professional with proven experience in bLab Automation within Biochemistry and Chemistry environments /b. You are comfortable navigating complex technical challenges, driving cross-functional collaboration, and supporting teams through both traditional and Agile project delivery methodologies. /ppThis is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to innovative healthcare technologies and play a key role within a global diagnostics organization known for excellence, innovation, and patient impact. /ph3Tasks Responsibilities /h3pbProject Leadership Execution (70%) /b /pulliEstablish project governance structures and implementation frameworks. /liliCreate and maintain integrated project schedules, budgets, timelines, and resource plans. /liliCoordinate activities across laboratory automation, engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, and functional teams. /liliLead project planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting activities. /liliManage project risks, issues, dependencies, and mitigation strategies. /liliFacilitate milestone reviews, capacity reviews, and governance discussions. /liliConduct critical path analyses and scenario planning to support business decisions. /liliEnsure transparency and alignment across all stakeholders. /liliSupport effective project and product lifecycle management activities. /liliAct as central coordination point for project-related information and reporting. /li /ulpbAgile Delivery Organizational Excellence (30%) /b /pulliCoach teams on project methodologies and Agile best practices. /liliSupport SAFe and Hybrid delivery models where applicable. /liliDefine and report KPIs, OKRs, and project performance indicators. /liliFacilitate continuous improvement initiatives across project teams. /liliPromote best-practice sharing and knowledge transfer within project management communities. /liliCollaborate with portfolio management, finance, analytics, and functional departments. /liliSupport portfolio-level planning and organizational decision-making processes. /liliContribute to strengthening project management standards and operational excellence across the organization. /li /ulpYour profile: /pulliBachelor's degree or higher in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Engineering, Life Sciences, Laboratory Technology, or a related technical discipline. /liliMinimum 3 to 5 years of project management experience within laboratory automation, diagnostics, biotechnology, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or related industries. /liliProven experience in Lab Automation environments. /liliStrong technical understanding of Biochemistry and Chemistry applications. /liliDemonstrated experience managing technical development projects involving automation systems, instrumentation, or laboratory workflows. /liliStrong expertise in Waterfall, Agile, SAFe, and Hybrid project methodologies. /liliHands-on experience using project management software such as Azure DevOps, Monday.com, Planisware, Jira, or comparable tools. /lilPractical experience with project planning, budgeting, resource management, and risk mitigation. /lliExcellent stakeholder management and communication skills. /liliStrong facilitation, presentation, and leadership capabilities. /liliFluent English, written and spoken. /li /ulh3Nice to Have /h3ulliExperience within Diagnostics, Medical Devices, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or Healthcare Technology industries. /liliExposure to laboratory robotics, automated instrumentation, or integrated diagnostic systems. /liliKnowledge of portfolio management frameworks and governance processes. /liliUnderstanding of regulated development environments and quality processes. /liliGerman language skills. /liliExperience managing geographically distributed international teams. /liliPMP, Prince2, AgilePM, SAFe, Scrum Master, or comparable certifications. /li /ulh3General Information /h3ulliStart Date: /liliLatest Start Date: /liliDuration: 12 Months /liliExtension: Very likely /liliWorkload: 100% /liliLocation: Zurich Area /liliRemote Work: Up to 2 days per week /liliWorking Hours: Standard business hours /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr